find

²find

noun

Definition of FIND

1

: an act or instance of finding

2

: something found: as a : a valuable discovery <an archaeological find> b : a person whose ability proves to be unexpectedly good

Examples of FIND

1. That antique she bought at the flea market was a real find.
2. That new secretary of yours is a real find!

First Known Use of FIND

1825

Related to FIND

Synonyms: discovery

Related Words: pay dirt, strike, treasure trove; breakthrough

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